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Provisions of DNA Maxwell Kits

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board · Transparency notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 30 Sept 2026, 12:23.

Opportunity overview

To ensure uninterrupted availability, these kits are managed through the Helix cabinet reordering system—an automated inventory solution that monitors stock levels and facilitates real-time replenishment. This system helps prevent delays or disruptions to clinical operations.The Promega kits are uniquely validated for use with the Maxwell RSC instruments currently deployed across AWMGS laboratories. This validation guarantees that the kits meet the rigorous performance and quality standards required for clinical diagnostics. Due to this specific compatibility, no alternative supplier can provide products that meet the same technical and regulatory specifications.This exclusivity forms the basis of the procurement decision, ensuring continuity of service and compliance with clinical standards. By continuing to source these validated kits, AWMGS safeguards the accuracy, reliability, and regulatory compliance of its genomic testing services—supporting timely and effective patient care.

Awarded to

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Promega UK LTD

Matched by exact name
Published award value
£401k
Awarded
3 Nov 2025
Award ID
1
Status
active
Identifier
GB-PPON PXJY-2454-CZWD
Location
Hampshire, UKJ36, SO16 7QJ, United Kingdom

Classification

No classification was supplied.

Lots

  • Lot 1Value not stated

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
CAV-DIR (25-26) 134
Status
complete
Published risks
The procurement of Promega Maxwell RSC kits for AWMGS is governed by contract terms that ensure validated compatibility with existing laboratory instruments, regulatory compliance, and uninterrupted supply through the Helix cabinet system. Key provisions include fixed pricing, defined delivery schedules, and performance standards aligned with clinical diagnostics. Risks associated with single supplier dependency, supply chain disruption, and regulatory changes are mitigated through automated inventory monitoring, contingency planning, and regular supplier performance reviews, ensuring continuity and reliability in patient testing services.
Procurement Method
direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Why this procedure was chosen
The Promega Maxwell RSC kits and Casework Extraction Kits are specifically validated for use with the Maxwell RSC instruments currently deployed across AWMGS laboratories. This validation ensures: Compatibility with existing equipment and workflows. Compliance with stringent clinical diagnostic standards. Reliable performance across a wide range of clinical sample types. These kits are integral to the laboratory’s ability to deliver accurate and timely genomic testing. Substituting them with non-validated alternatives would: Risk compromising test accuracy and reliability. Require revalidation, disrupting service delivery and incurring additional costs. Potentially breach regulatory compliance for clinical diagnostics. Unique Work of Art The Promega kits represent a bespoke solution tailored to the Maxwell RSC platform. Their unique formulation and design: Cannot be replicated by other suppliers. Are not available through generic or alternative sources. Form an essential part of a closed-loop system that includes automated inventory management via the Helix cabinet reordering system. This exclusivity ensures continuity of service, minimises operational risk, and supports the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Procedure reasons

Entry 1
Id
singleSuppliersTechnicalReasons

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Status
complete

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Document Type
conflictOfInterest

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-PPON-PPPR-7969-BTJG
Name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Roles

buyer

Address

Region
UKL22
Country
GB
Locality
Cardiff
Postal Code
CF14 4HH
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
Woodland House, Maes-y-Coed Road

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
publicAuthoritySubCentralGovernment
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Description
Public authority - sub-central government
Entry 2
Id
GB-WLS
Scheme
UK_CA_DEVOLVED_REGULATIONS
Description
Welsh devolved regulations apply

Identifier

Id
PPPR-7969-BTJG
Scheme
GB-PPON

Contact

Name
Nicola Williams
Telephone
+442921500649
Organisation 2
Id
GB-PPON-PXWV-6492-CGMN
Name
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust) role in NWSSP
Role Details
The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) plays a vital role in supporting NHS Wales by delivering a wide range of professional, technical, and administrative services. It is hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, which means Velindre provides the governance and infrastructure to support NWSSP’s operations, but NWSSP itself serves all NHS organisations across Wales.

Roles

procuringEntity

Address

Region
UKL15
Country
GB
Locality
Cardiff
Postal Code
CF15 7QZ
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
4-5 Charnwood Court Heol Billingsley

Identifier

Id
PXWV-6492-CGMN
Scheme
GB-PPON

Contact

Organisation 3
Id
GB-PPON-PXJY-2454-CZWD
Name
Promega UK LTD

Roles

supplier

Address

Region
UKJ36
Country
GB
Locality
Hampshire
Postal Code
SO16 7QJ
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
2 Benham Road

Details

Vcse
No
Scale
large
Sheltered Workshop
No
Public Service Mission Organization
No

Identifier

Id
PXJY-2454-CZWD
Scheme
GB-PPON

Contact

Telephone
07384259290

Award information

Award 1
Id
1
Date
3 Nov 2025, 00:00
Title
Provision of DNA Maxwell Kits
Status
active
Above Threshold
Yes
Main Procurement Category
goods

Items

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKL22
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKL22
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKL22
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
33696500
Scheme
CPV
Description
Laboratory reagents

Value

Amount
401,048
Currency
GBP
Including VAT
481,263

Documents

Entry 1
Id
072505-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK5
Description
Transparency notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
awardNotice
Published
10 Nov 2025, 15:32
Entry 2
Id
072594-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK6
Description
Contract award notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
awardNotice
Published
11 Nov 2025, 08:14

Suppliers

Supplier 1
Id
GB-PPON-PXJY-2454-CZWD
Name
Promega UK LTD

Milestones

Entry 1
Id
1
Type
futureSignatureDate
Status
scheduled
Due
24 Nov 2025, 23:59

Related lots

1

Contract period

Ends
31 Dec 2028, 23:59
Starts
1 Jan 2026, 00:00

Standstill Period

Ends
20 Nov 2025, 23:59

Contracts and changes

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Provisions of DNA Maxwell Kits
Status
active
Award ID
1
Date Signed
24 Nov 2025, 00:00
Above Threshold
Yes

Value

Amount
401,047.5
Currency
GBP
Including VAT
481,263.43

Period

Ends
31 Dec 2028, 23:59
Starts
1 Jan 2026, 00:00

Documents

Entry 1
Id
A-8615
Format
application/pdf
Document Type
contractSigned
Entry 2
Id
078544-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK7
Description
Contract details notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
contractNotice
Published
1 Dec 2025, 14:49

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · Cardiff · UKL22 · CF14 4HH · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

1 published notice version reviewed by ProcuraAxis.

1 VERSION
  1. ocds-h6vhtk-05ddf2-2025-12-01T14:49:23ZTransparency notice on Find a Tender ·